NGO Darpan Registration & Darpan ID Online
Get your trust, society or Section 8 company registered on NITI Aayog's NGO Darpan portal and receive its unique Darpan ID, which government ministries and departments ask for before giving grants. We prepare the profile, verify office-bearers' details, file the registration and keep it updated.
- Darpan ID in a few working days*
- PAN & office-bearer checks first
- Grant-ready NGO profile
- ₹0 government fee
What is NGO Darpan registration?
NGO Darpan is a free online platform run by NITI Aayog with the National Informatics Centre (NIC), where voluntary organisations and NGOs register and get a unique Darpan ID. Government ministries and departments use this ID to identify NGOs that apply for grants under their schemes.
Darpan registration doesn't create an NGO; it's a registration of an existing trust, society or Section 8 company on a central database. The NGO's profile shows its legal registration, key office-bearers, areas of work, the states and districts it works in, and its achievements, which makes it easier for government bodies, donors and partners to find and verify it.
The Darpan ID is permanent, and there is no government fee. What matters is accuracy: the NGO's PAN must match its registration certificate, and the details of at least three key office-bearers are checked against their PAN and Aadhaar. Most delays come from mismatched names and documents.
Why your NGO needs a Darpan ID
Government grants
Ministries and departments ask for the Darpan ID before an NGO can apply for grants or assistance under their schemes.
Credibility
A public, verified profile on a NITI Aayog platform builds trust with donors, CSR teams and partners.
CSR and FCRA applications
CSR partners, funders and many applications commonly ask for the Darpan ID, so having it ready avoids delays.
Visibility
Donors and government bodies can search the directory by sector and location and find your NGO.
No government fee
Registration on the portal is free. You only pay our fee if you'd like us to prepare and file it for you.
Permanent ID
The Darpan ID stays with your NGO. You update the profile when office-bearers or details change.
Who can register on NGO Darpan
Any registered voluntary or non-profit organisation can sign up.
- 1A registered NGOA trust, society or Section 8 company, or another non-profit registered under a central or state law. Unregistered groups and individuals can't register.
- 2PAN of the NGOThe NGO must have its own PAN, with the name exactly as on its registration certificate.
- 33 key office-bearersAt least three office-bearers, trustees or directors, such as President, Secretary and Treasurer, with PAN and Aadhaar.
- 4Working mobile and emailFor the NGO and the chief functionary, to receive OTPs and portal messages.
Not registered yet? Start with a trust, society or Section 8 company. Darpan registration is included in their Standard plans.
NGO Darpan registration plans
Fixed professional fees. There is no government fee for NGO Darpan registration.
Darpan ID
Registration on NGO Darpan, filed for you.
₹1,499₹2,499+ GST · ₹0 govt. fee
- Check of NGO PAN, certificate and office-bearer details
- Portal sign-up with your mobile and email
- NGO, registration and office-bearer details filed
- Basic profile: sectors and working areas
- Follow-up until the Darpan ID is issued
- Detailed grant-ready profile
- Yearly profile updates
Darpan + Profile Care
A strong profile that helps with grants, kept up to date for a year.
₹2,999₹4,499+ GST · ₹0 govt. fee
- Everything in Darpan ID, plus:
- Grant-ready write-up of work and achievements
- Funding history and registrations added
- Profile updates for 1 year (office-bearers, contacts, registrations)
- Pre-grant profile check
- Dedicated expert on WhatsApp
Darpan + 12A & 80G
Darpan ID plus income tax registration and donor approval.
₹5,999₹9,999+ GST · ₹0 govt. fee
- Everything in Darpan + Profile Care, plus:
- Deed / MOA review for income tax clauses
- Form 104: provisional registration (Sec 332, ex-12A)
- Provisional donor approval (Sec 354, ex-80G)
- Follow-up until orders are issued
GST at 18% applies to the professional fee. The Darpan ID is issued by NITI Aayog after verification; our fee covers preparation, filing and follow-up.
Documents and details required for NGO Darpan
Share scanned copies. We check names and numbers for mismatches before anything is filed.
NGO documents
- Registration certificate (trust deed, society certificate, or Section 8 licence and incorporation certificate)
- PAN card of the NGO
- Registration number, date and registering authority
- 12A/80G (Section 332/354), FCRA and other registrations, if any
- Registered office address
Office-bearers
- Names and designations of at least 3 key office-bearers
- PAN and Aadhaar of each of them
- Email ID and mobile number
- Chief functionary's details and contact
Profile details
- Key issues and sectors you work in, such as education, health or environment
- States and districts where you work
- Major achievements and activities
- Sources of funds and any government grants received
- Website and social media, if any
How to register on NGO Darpan: step by step
The whole process is online on ngodarpan.gov.in. We do it with you, so OTPs reach your phone and the account stays in your control.
Document checkDay 1
We match the NGO's name across its certificate and PAN, and check each office-bearer's PAN and Aadhaar details.
Sign up on the portalDay 1
We create the NGO's account with its name, email and mobile, verified by OTP.
NGO and registration detailsDay 1–2
We enter the NGO's PAN, registration details and registering authority, and the details of at least three office-bearers.
Profile: work & achievementsDay 2
We write a clear profile of your sectors, operational areas, achievements and funding, so it reads well to grant officers.
Submit & verificationDay 2–7
We submit the registration. The portal verifies PAN and office-bearer details, and any errors are corrected straight away.
Darpan ID issuedOn approval
Your NGO receives its unique Darpan ID, in a format like state code / year / number, and appears in the directory.
*Typical timelines; the portal and NITI Aayog decide the actual time. Mismatched names between PAN, Aadhaar and the registration certificate are the most common reason for delays.
NGO Darpan vs 12A/80G, CSR-1 and FCRA
NGOs often confuse these registrations. Here's what each one does and who grants it.
| Registration | What it's for | Granted by | When you need it |
|---|---|---|---|
| NGO Darpan ID | Unique ID on NITI Aayog's NGO database | NITI Aayog | Before applying for government grants; useful for CSR and funders |
| 12A (Section 332) | Income tax exemption for the NGO | Income Tax Department | Soon after the NGO is registered |
| 80G (Section 354) | Tax deduction for donors | Income Tax Department | Before raising donations |
| CSR-1 | Eligibility to receive CSR funds from companies | Ministry of Corporate Affairs | Before taking CSR projects (track record and tax registrations needed) |
| FCRA | Permission to receive foreign contributions | Ministry of Home Affairs | Before accepting any foreign donation |
Need tax registration too? See our 12A & 80G registration service, or pick the Darpan + 12A & 80G plan above.
Keeping your Darpan profile up to date
An outdated profile can hold up a grant application. Update it whenever something changes.
- When it changesOffice-bearersAdd or remove office-bearers after elections, resignations or appointments, with their PAN and Aadhaar.
- When it changesAddress and contactsUpdate the registered office, email and mobile so portal messages reach you.
- When grantedNew registrationsAdd 12A/80G, FCRA, CSR-1 and other registrations once you get them.
- YearlyAchievements and fundingRefresh activities, achievements and grants received, especially before applying for new grants.
- Before applyingGrant applicationsCheck the profile is complete and matches your latest documents before quoting the Darpan ID in any application.
More than registration: Start, Build and Grow with one team
We help your NGO get registered, stay compliant and raise more support.
Register & stay compliant
Trust, society and Section 8 registration, 12A and 80G, Darpan, CSR-1, FCRA and yearly filings, all at fixed prices.
12A & 80GGet your NGO online
Website with your cause, impact and donation details, plus domain, email and Google Business Profile.
Website plansReach donors & volunteers
WhatsApp Business API, bulk SMS and cloud telephony for campaigns, donor updates and volunteer drives.
WhatsApp APINGO Darpan registration: frequently asked questions
What is NGO Darpan?+
NGO Darpan is a free online platform run by NITI Aayog with the National Informatics Centre (NIC), where NGOs and voluntary organisations register and get a unique Darpan ID. Government ministries and departments use it to identify NGOs applying for grants.
What is a Darpan ID?+
It's the unique identification number given to an NGO after registering on the NGO Darpan portal, usually in a format of state code, year and number. NGOs quote it when applying for government grants and in other applications.
Is NGO Darpan registration mandatory?+
It isn't needed to set up or run an NGO, but it is required to apply for grants and assistance from central ministries and many state departments. Funders, CSR partners and other applications also commonly ask for it.
Is there a fee for NGO Darpan registration?+
No. Registration on the official portal is free. Our professional fee, from ₹1,499 + GST, is for checking documents, preparing the profile, filing and following up.
Who can register on NGO Darpan?+
Registered trusts, societies, Section 8 companies and other non-profits registered under a central or state law. Unregistered groups and individuals can't register.
What documents are needed for NGO Darpan?+
The NGO's registration certificate and PAN, registration details, and the names, designations, PAN and Aadhaar of at least three key office-bearers, plus profile details such as sectors, working areas and achievements.
How long does it take to get a Darpan ID?+
Usually a few working days after submission, once the NGO's PAN and office-bearers' details are verified. Mismatched names or numbers cause most delays.
Why is my NGO Darpan registration not getting verified?+
Common reasons are the NGO's name on the PAN not matching the registration certificate, wrong PAN or Aadhaar details of office-bearers, duplicate registrations using the same PAN, or incomplete profile fields. We check these before filing.
How many office-bearers are needed for NGO Darpan?+
At least three key office-bearers, such as President, Secretary and Treasurer, or three trustees or directors, with their PAN and Aadhaar details.
Can a newly registered NGO apply for a Darpan ID?+
Yes. As soon as the trust, society or Section 8 company is registered and has its own PAN, it can register on NGO Darpan. It doesn't need 12A, 80G or a track record first.
Is 12A and 80G needed for NGO Darpan?+
No. They aren't required to get a Darpan ID, but you can add them to your profile once you have them. Most NGOs apply for both, since grants and donors look for tax registration too.
Is a Darpan ID needed for CSR-1 or FCRA?+
Requirements change from time to time, but CSR partners and many application forms commonly ask for it, so it's wise to have a Darpan ID before applying for CSR-1 or FCRA.
Does the Darpan ID expire?+
No. The Darpan ID is permanent. You should keep the profile updated when office-bearers, address or registrations change.
How do I update my NGO Darpan profile?+
Log in to the portal with the NGO's credentials and edit the relevant sections, such as office-bearers, contact details, registrations and achievements. Some changes, like office-bearers, may need fresh verification.
Can one NGO have more than one Darpan ID?+
No. Each NGO should have only one Darpan ID, linked to its PAN. Duplicate registrations can cause verification problems and should be avoided.
Can you register our NGO on Darpan without taking over our account?+
Yes. We register with your NGO's own email and mobile, so OTPs and login stay with you. We guide you through the OTPs and share the login details only with your authorised person.
Ready to get your Darpan ID?
Send us your NGO's certificate and PAN for a free check, with no obligation.
Disclaimer: IBACT Digital (IBACT Innovations Pvt Ltd) is a private consultancy, not a government body, and is not affiliated with NITI Aayog. NGO Darpan registration is free on the official portal (ngodarpan.gov.in); our fee is for professional assistance. Information on this page is for general guidance as of October 2026.